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olts and bars defiedresistance, while no one took heed of the noise I wasmaking. In the end I had to rush for the train. Businessover I returned and was met at the station by a lady friend.I am afraid I hurried her along to the shop where I saw the piece still perched. I tried the door again, butit… … The Mystery Piece.Plate XXVII. Old Pewter but I was determined to get in if I rattled all night. Atlength I was admitted, found the piece was real oldpewter, was informed they had had it a fortnight, andthat it was a Rose Vase, but they didnt know where itcame from. There are antique shops in that…
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